There are few areas in our city with as long and complex a history as the River Crossing, but this history isn’t well known to many Edmontonians. The River Crossing area in Rossdale is at the heart ...

As our city grows, the landscape around us is changing. Land is being developed and new buildings are being constructed to support citizens, business and industry. So how exactly does all that land ge...

In early November, City councillors, City of Edmonton staff, police commissioners and representatives from various housing developments hopped on a bus for a tour of affordable and supportive housing ...

Edmonton is one of Canada’s fastest growing cities, growing by 21% or 135,000 over the past decade. With that growth, Edmonton has become more culturally and ethnically diverse than at any point in ...

The leaves and temperatures are dropping. You huddle against your coat, rub your hands and ears knowing that feeling chilled is only temporary, because soon, you will be home, feeling that sense of re...

We’ve all received those coupons for 2-for-1 deals, on everything from pizza to movie passes. The City is now introducing their own version of the deal for how you choose to use your property. Curre...

When you look at sustainable communities around the world, each community is unique. They are designed using different technologies and with distinct streets and public spaces based on their individua...

What has that tree done for you lately? The answer is, a lot. When you think of some of Edmonton’s best neighbourhoods, what characteristics come to mind? The road, the sidewalk, the different house...

You may have heard of development tools such as zoning and overlays, but do you know how they help shape our city? Zoning is the main tool the City uses to help balance growth and create sustainable c...

Walkout basements, 9’ ceilings and drive-under garages are immensely popular in Edmonton. Chances are you know someone with one or more of these features in their homes yourself! Until recently, the...

As an Edmontonian, Councillor Bev Esslinger is excited about Blatchford. As the elected representative of the area where the community will be built, she is preparing for one of the most significant c...

Moving a little more goes a long way when it comes to staying healthy. With research showing how an inactive lifestyle is related to everything from heart disease to cancer to mental health issues, Ca...

City planners are changing public perception of their profession by trying non-traditional approaches to encourage vibrant, liveable neighbourhoods. Mention the subject to Barnali Banerjee and Kalen A...